Serving 751 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Germanshire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Germanshire Elementary School's student population of 751 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Germanshire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Germanshire Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#946 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
80%
21%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Germanshire Elementary School's ranking?
Germanshire Elementary School is ranked #946 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Germanshire Elementary School often compared to?
Germanshire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwind Elementary School, Power Center Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Germanshire Elementary School?
751 students attend Germanshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Germanshire Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Germanshire Elementary School?
Germanshire Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Germanshire Elementary School offer ?
Germanshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Germanshire Elementary School part of?
Germanshire Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Germanshire Elementary School located?
Germanshire Elementary School is located in the Burlington neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Burlington.
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